Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Courtney Stodden Reveals Tourette's Syndrome, Shares Journey

3/31/2026

33 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Courtney Stodden, 31, revealed she has Tourette’s syndrome, a condition she hid as a teenager.
In an Instagram post, she shared a clip from her 2011 ABC News interview in which her tics were misinterpreted.
She thanked fans for support, said there is no shame in a condition beyond control, and plans to discuss her life, including her marriage to actor Doug Hutchinson at age 16.

1 of 1

Story summary

Courtney Stodden, 31, revealed she has Tourette’s syndrome, a condition she hid as a teenager.
In an Instagram post, she shared a clip from her 2011 ABC News interview in which her tics were misinterpreted.
She thanked fans for support, said there is no shame in a condition beyond control, and plans to discuss her life, including her marriage to actor Doug Hutchinson at age 16.